If you live in an area experiencing drought, you may think your gardening days are over. Thankfully, that’s not the case. Crevice gardens are a great way to keep gardening, even in areas where water is scarce.
What’s a Crevice Garden?
First thing’s first — what exactly is a crevice garden? Crevice gardens are areas that have plants growing between rocks, and they take inspiration from areas where this naturally occurs.
Interested in how to get your own crevice garden started? Keep reading to learn more.
Get Started
Starting your own crevice garden can be a bit rocky. But with proper planning, it all pays off. Currently, the trending design for crevice gardens is one that originated in the Czech Republic; this design uses flat slabs arranged parallel to each other and upright throughout the garden.
To replicate this design, gardeners will need to dig trenches deep enough to keep the stones upright and stable. Make sure to pack the base of the stones with clay for extra stability.
Then, fill the spaces in between the rocks with a soil mix that is equal parts compost, topsoil, and drainage material. Top the soil with a layer of gravel and mulch.
Next, it’s time for gardeners to choose the plants they want to grow.
Plants That Will Thrive
Smaller plants that thrive in full sun, and grow in well-draining and rocky soils are best for a crevice garden. Some great examples include:
- Hens and Chicks: These succulents produce rosette-shaped clusters and do well in rock gardens.
- Ice Plant: For gardeners looking for a plant with ground cover, look no further than the ice plant. This plant produces gorgeous purple flowers throughout the summertime and will thrive in the sun and heat.
- Rock Pinks: Plants that form tight, bloom-covered domes and can add beauty to any crevice garden.
- Candytuft: If you’re looking for a plant with spring blooms, check out candytufts. These plants will produce white blooms and are drought tolerant.
Get Gardening
There you have it; a perfect way to continue gardening, even in areas experiencing drought.
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